Aviation Challenge California

0

3600 B St, Atwater, CA 95301-5109

STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Academic
STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Academic
Boys & girls aged 9-18•Mon–Fri, Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 9-18
Mon–Fri, Sun from 0
25/day & 100/week

Visit website

Where young pilots become confident leaders

Experience real adventure with hands-on learning! This program immerses kids in aviation, from flying simulators to tackling survival skills. It builds teamwork, critical thinking, and self-confidence. Kids work together on exciting missions while making new friends. The camp's unique focus on STEM education and military-style training provides unforgettable memories. It is a place where your child can grow and have a blast!
Experience real adventure with hands-on learning! This program immerses kids in aviation, from flying simulators to tackling survival skills. It builds teamwork, critical thinking, and self-confidence. Kids work together on exciting missions while making new friends. The camp's unique focus on STEM education and military-style training provides unforgettable memories. It is a place where your child can grow and have a blast!

Location & hours

3600 B St, Atwater, CA 95301-5109

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

Flight simulations
aviation principles
aerodynamics
teamwork exercises
leadership training
military-style training
wilderness survival skills
orienteering
water survival
land survival
fire building
shelter building
STEM education
space exploration
rocket science
critical thinking exercises
field training exercises
aircraft engineering
pilot training
navigation lessons
aeronautics
air combat maneuvering
search and rescue operations
drone operation
Top Gun competition
decision-making exercises
mission simulations
aviation history
problem-solving activities
leadership reaction course
patrolling
basic drill and ceremony
STEM
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Academic
Flight simulations
aviation principles
aerodynamics
teamwork exercises
leadership training
military-style training
wilderness survival skills
orienteering
water survival
land survival
fire building
shelter building
STEM education
space exploration
rocket science
critical thinking exercises
field training exercises
aircraft engineering
pilot training
navigation lessons
aeronautics
air combat maneuvering
search and rescue operations
drone operation
Top Gun competition
decision-making exercises
mission simulations
aviation history
problem-solving activities
leadership reaction course
patrolling
basic drill and ceremony

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

Visit site

What people are saying

0
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Explore more states

Alabama

2

Alaska

1

Arizona

2

Arkansas

2

California

203

Colorado

4

Connecticut

5

Delaware

6

Florida

4

Georgia

4

Hawaii

0

Idaho

1

Illinois

6

Indiana

8

Iowa

1

Kansas

1

Kentucky

1

Louisiana

0

Maine

5

Maryland

9

Massachusetts

18

Michigan

2

Minnesota

1

Mississippi

0

Missouri

3

Montana

0

Nebraska

1

Nevada

0

New Hampshire

7

New Jersey

4

New Mexico

2

New York

118

North Carolina

5

North Dakota

0

Ohio

9

Oklahoma

0

Oregon

3

Pennsylvania

8

Rhode Island

1

South Carolina

2

South Dakota

0

Tennessee

4

Texas

9

Utah

0

Vermont

2

Virginia

5

Washington

0

West Virginia

2

Wisconsin

9

Wyoming

0